Super easy pina colada protein shake recipe. Great to refuel after a hot run or workout.
After a long run I usually crave something cold and refreshing. But it’s important to refuel your muscles with protein and carbs. This easy smoothie recipe hits all those bases.
Protein powder provides muscle rebuilding nutrients.
Coconut water rehydrates you and has electrolytes.
Pineapple is delicious and has vitamin C.
Ice is good for you because Siberian Huskies love ice and I love puppies so it’s a big happy circle.
Post-run Pina Colada Protein Shake
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1 cup coconut water (add more if needed)
- 1/2 cup frozen pineapple
- ice
Directions: Put all ingredients in blender. *Blend twice as long as you think – it makes it smooth and fluffy.
Top with granola, coconut, nuts…
Enjoy!
Tip: I used canned pineapple in juice that I froze in a baggie the night before.
Sadly, there’s no alcohol in this Pina Colada Smoothie recipe – I’m saving that for the after party.
Or tonight. One of those.
In other news…
my 10 day clean eating challenge is almost over and it is super hard to not drink or eat junk this week. I just want a sangria.
Today I has a super green smoothie in honor of St. Patrick’s Day (and because I love them). I had oatmeal at Bible study, fruit, salad and a bunch of other stuff. I only had one Spark today and am still feeling super energized. Boom.
Today was a rest day so I did a Beach Body on Demand workout and some foam rolling.
And my bff sent me a super sweet gift. I got this “Be Brave” charm and bracelet as a surprise the other day. It came with a very thoughtful note too – I was not expecting this at all!
She knows I love the phrase “be brave” and have been thinking about even getting a tattoo of it. Well, now I have some time to just enjoy this until I figure it out. And it’s extra super nice of her because she is 100x busier than me and I love that she took the time to do this.
Do you know where your BFF got this bracelet? Love love love!!
This sounds good. Try a chocolate coconut milk shake. It s great: Blend 8 oz. of coconut milk with cocoa powder, teaspoon stevia, hemp seeds, and a banana. Add ice if desired. It replenishes nutrients and helps rejuvenate muscles. Some of my other post-workout favorites are here: http://healthandwellnessone.com/great-snacks-before-and-after-workout/
Yum, I never think to put pineapple in a shake. Great idea!
I love that bracelet. I have “Choose Courage” as my desktop wallpaper at the moment. I needed it at first when I was on crutches with a broken foot and even getting out of bed seemed like a monumental struggle (and actually was, with a cast and crutches and all). It just reminds me that you have to choose to be brave at the hardest times.
I saw this pop up today and thought of you – temporary tattoo so you can test drive!! https://consciousink.com/products/be-brave
Thank you! I need this!
I need it to not be below 0 before I start enjoying smoothies again, this one does look incredible though.
I am so in love with Spark, and love the all day energy I get with it!
I need to broaden my diet horizons. I’ve been feeling pretty sluggish lately and need an energizing change. Thanks for sharing, I’m going to give this one a try.
Love that song and love getting caught in the rain esp at the end of a hot summer run
Pina Coladas are my favorite cocktail (actually the only one I drink). Pineapples are also one of my favorite fruits!! so this might be very interesting to try. Thanks for sharing:)
I love how you served the drink in a bowl. It makes it look so much yummier, like a full meal!
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